OECD: AGRICULTURAL POLICY CHANGE NEEDED TO FEED POPULATIONS IN THE FUTURE
June 1st, 2011
BY MJ DESCHAMPS
A major change in food production policy and practice is needed to feed the growing world population without over-exploiting natural resources, according to a new report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development (OECD).
Its 'Green Growth Strategy for Food and Agriculture' strategy released yesterday (June 21) advises governments on avoiding conflicts between population growth and environmental impact. It recommends a sustainable increase in productivity growth, clear price signals reflecting the scarcity value of natural ...
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